| Date | November 2010 | Marks available | 1 | Reference code | 10N.1.sl.TZ0.9 |
| Level | SL | Paper | 1 | Time zone | TZ0 |
| Command term | Question number | 9 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Which statements about the periodic table are correct?
I. The elements Mg, Ca and Sr have similar chemical properties.
II. Elements in the same period have the same number of main energy levels.
III. The oxides of Na, Mg and P are basic.
A. I and II only
B. I and III only
C. II and III only
D. I, II and III
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